The 2025 CFOA Study Guide is now available on the Central Hub on Arbiter. It will remain open until July 30th.
The 2024-2026 CFOA Mechanics book and a Powerpoint highlighting changes has also been added to our website on the Mechanics page.
Congratulations to Kenny James, Jr.!
Congratulations are in order for Kenny James, Jr. Kenny attended the Tait-Consul-Griffith in Cedar City, Utah, this week. His outstanding performance there resulted in him being hired to work NCAA Division III football as an umpire in the SCIAC! We wish him the best of luck!
Memorial Service for Mark Hamilton
There will be a memorial service for Mark on Saturday, July 19, 2025, 4:00 PM, at The Chapel, 61 N. Hill Ave., Pasadena, CA 91106. The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to https://gofund.me/9cc48017.
SGVFOA Saddened by Loss of Two Former Officials
The San Gabriel Valley Football Officials Association is saddened by the passing of two former members. Mark Hamilton (left) fell from a ladder and suffered a neck injury, resulting in his death on June 17. Robert Plancich (right) evidently passed away in his sleep last month. Both Mark and Robert were long-time football officials and softball umpires and will be missed.
Scott Root, Foothill-Citrus/Big Sky Official
I am sad to announce that fellow official, Scott Root from Foothill-Citrus, passed away this weekend unexpectedly after a very brief illness. “Rooterbus” was a longtime official in Foothill-Citrus and the Big Sky Conference, a teacher in Covina, and a family man; he was beloved by all.
There will be a viewing on Friday, May 16th from 5:00 – 8:00 PM at Oakdale Mortuary in Glendora. The Memorial Service/Celebration of Life will be on Saturday, May 17th at 11:00 AM at First Presbyterian Church of Covina.
Eaton Fires
It goes with out saying that the Eaton Fire has been devastating to the San Gabriel Valley, especially the communities of Altadena and Pasadena. SGVFOA officials Kenny James and Kenny James, Jr., Michael Moore, and Raul Soto are among the thousands of people who have lost everything. Please help us in supporting them by donating to their GoFundMe campaigns.
Kenny James: https://gofund.me/f9abd79d
Michael Moore: https://gofund.me/14bc6a91
Raul Soto: https://gofund.me/4170a22d
2024 Playoffs
The 2024 playoffs list has been posted to our playoffs page. Congratulations to those that made the cut. Remember that being on the list is an honor in and of itself and is not a guarantee of getting a playoff game. Check back weekly to see playoff assignments, and please go out and support our officials!
2024 Study Guide
The 2024 Summer Study guide is now live on Arbiter. There will likely be several study groups for you attend and go over the study guide before taking it online. It will be open until 8/4/24, and you must pass it with a minimum score of 80%. You can find it under the SGVOA Central Hub in Arbiter.
2024 Girls’ Flag Football Rules
The 2024 Girls’ Flag Football Rules are now available here.
Statewide Sportsmanship and Ejection Policy
The CIF Blue Book has updated its “Player Conduct” section. To read the new policy, please click here.